1951 Austin Princess vs. 1962 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1962 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 925 kg more than 1962 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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 Princess (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 1962 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Princess | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2199 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 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2060 mm |
