1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1958 Jeep CJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jeep CJ (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 150 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 40 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2060 mm |
