1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1959 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | A 40 | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2060 mm |