1950 Austin A135 vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 149 kg more than 1950 Austin A135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A135 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 78 L |
