1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1954 Jeep CJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jeep CJ (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 180 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 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ 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 | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 40 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2060 mm |
