1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1961 Austin A 60 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 340 kg more than 1961 Austin A 60.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 60 | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
