1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 12 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 4,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (119 HP @ 3450 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 930 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 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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 | 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 40 | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
