1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1964 MG 1100
To start off, 1964 MG 1100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1964 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1964 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1964 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 MG 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1964 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Jeep | MG |
| Model | CJ5 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2380 mm |
