1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 770 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | A 30 | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |