1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 535 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 40 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |
