1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 970 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 40 | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2800 mm |
