1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1985 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1985 Jeep CJ is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jeep CJ (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 606 kg more than 1959 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, 1985 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1985 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 35 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2380 mm |
