1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1961 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1961 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 281 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1961 Jeep CJ5 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1961 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 35 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2060 mm |
