1951 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Bantam (94 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1951 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1951 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 126 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Because 1951 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 Jeep CJ3A 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 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jeep CJ3A | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | CJ3A | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
