1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 420 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Jeep |
Model | Tickford | CJ3A |
Year Released | 1956 | 1948 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2040 mm |