1952 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. Both 1952 Jeep CJ3A and 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep are equipped with a 2,199 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 410 kg more than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jeep CJ3A | 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CJ3A | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2650 mm |
