1946 Jeep CJ2A vs. 1989 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1989 Lancia Prisma is newer by 43 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, 1989 Lancia Prisma (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1946 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep CJ2A 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, 1946 Jeep CJ2A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1946 Jeep CJ2A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jeep CJ2A | 1989 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | CJ2A | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |
