1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 50 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1099 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 1958 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 40 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 51 L |
