1950 Austin A135 vs. 1948 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1950 Austin A135 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1948 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A135 | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |
