1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 60 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 483 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 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass 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 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | A 40 | Compass |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |