1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1959 Riley One-Point-Five is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Riley One-Point-Five (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 175 kg more than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1948 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jeep CJ3A | 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Jeep | Riley |
Model | CJ3A | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1948 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2190 mm |