1956 Ford Anglia vs. 1964 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1964 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1956 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1964 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1964 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Anglia | 1964 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Anglia | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2060 mm |
