1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 35 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 80 L |
