1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1964 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1964 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1964 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1964 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Jeep CJ5 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, 1964 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1964 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1964 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 40 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2060 mm |
