1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1958 Alvis TD is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TD (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 315 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alvis TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2. 1958 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1945 Jeep CJ2 has manual transmission. 1945 Jeep CJ2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Alvis TD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Jeep | Alvis |
| Model | CJ2 | TD |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2840 mm |
