1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 57 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, 2005 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForFour. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ3A | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Jeep | Smart |
| Model | CJ3A | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
