1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1951 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1957 Austin A 35 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 420 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1951 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 35 | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
