1950 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1966 Rover P5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. 1966 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1950 Jeep CJ3A has manual transmission. 1950 Jeep CJ3A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep CJ3A | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | CJ3A | P5 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2820 mm |
