1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1952 Austin A 40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 488 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | A 40 | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1952 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |