1946 Jeep CJ2A vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 55 kg more than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jeep CJ2A | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CJ2A | Galant |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
