1952 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 60 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. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1952 Jeep CJ3A.
Because 1952 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1952 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jeep CJ3A | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | CJ3A | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
