1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1959 AC Greyhound is newer by 11 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 95 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
Make | AC | Jeep |
Model | Greyhound | CJ3A |
Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |