1953 Ford Consul vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1953 Ford Consul is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 60 kg more than 1953 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1948 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Consul | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
