1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1984 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1984 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1984 Jeep CJ7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Jeep CJ7 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 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1984 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 95 | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
