1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1956 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 55 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2060 mm |
