1973 Audi Asso vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 38 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 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 107 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (322 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Asso | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3193 mm |
