1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 40 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |
