1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1949 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 165 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ2A 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, 1949 Jeep CJ2A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep CJ2A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1949 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jeep |
| Model | 100 | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1949 |
| 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 |
| 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 | 945 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2040 mm |
