1950 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 61 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 200 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.
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 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep CJ3A | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | CJ3A | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2619 mm |
