1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1967 Simca 1200S is newer by 19 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, 1967 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 255 kg more than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Simca 1200S. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ3A | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Jeep | Simca |
| Model | CJ3A | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2240 mm |
