1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 555 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 55 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
