1973 Audi Asso vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Asso | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2990 mm |
