1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1942 Jeep MB
To start off, 1968 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 410 kg more than 1942 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1942 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 Jeep MB 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1942 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | 3-Litre | MB |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2040 mm |
