1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 44 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 840 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 1997 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, 1997 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (283 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 1997 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 30 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
