1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,233 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 740 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 40 | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4233 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
