1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 115 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1999 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 70 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 57 L |
