1955 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, both 1955 Jeep CJ5 and 1955 Rover P4 were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1955 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1955 Rover P4 (150 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jeep CJ5 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | CJ5 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2830 mm |
