1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1969 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1969 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 1969 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 30 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2060 mm |
