1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 50 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 622 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 95 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 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 | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
