1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1971 Jeep CJ is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jeep CJ (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jeep CJ weights approximately 271 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 1971 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 40 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2060 mm |
