1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1986 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 34 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 478 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 1986 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1986 Jeep 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, 1986 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Jeep Cherokee 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 | 1986 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 40 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |
