1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 54 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 797 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 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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 | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 40 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 78 L |
