1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 798 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | A 40 | Liberty |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 78 L |