1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1961 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1961 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 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 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1958 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, 1961 Jeep CJ5 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 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 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 35 | 1961 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | A 35 | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
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 |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2060 mm |