1964 Austin Princess vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1964 Austin Princess is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | Princess | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3153 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2060 mm |