1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1959 Ford Anglia 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, 1948 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 372 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Anglia. 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, 1948 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Anglia | CJ3A |
Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |