1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1983 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1983 Jeep CJ is newer by 28 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jeep CJ (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jeep CJ weights approximately 235 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 1983 Jeep CJ 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, 1983 Jeep CJ 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, 1983 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Jeep CJ 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 | 1983 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 55 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
