1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1962 Austin A 99 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 99 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2060 mm |
