1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1946 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1951 Citroen 15 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep CJ2A 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 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Citroen 15 | 1946 Jeep CJ2A | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | 15 | CJ2A |
Year Released | 1951 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2040 mm |