1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1945 Jeep MB
To start off, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep MB weights approximately 132 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1945 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep MB 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, 1945 Jeep MB (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep MB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | 1945 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jeep |
| Model | 100 | MB |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2040 mm |
