1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1985 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1985 Jeep CJ is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jeep CJ (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 16 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1985 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 70 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
