1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 745 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 40 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 72 L |
