1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 446 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 82 L |
