1962 Ford Cortina vs. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1962 Ford Cortina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 682 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1946 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Cortina | 1946 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Cortina | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1962 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |