1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 649 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 40 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 51 L |
