1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1957 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1969 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 460 kg more than 1957 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 3-Litre | 1957 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | 3-Litre | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2060 mm |
