1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |
