1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1959 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 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 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | A 90 | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3153 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2060 mm |