1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1962 Austin A 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 40 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2060 mm |
