1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 55 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1031 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 2007 Jeep Grand 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, 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand 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 | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 40 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2790 mm |
