1969 Ford Capri vs. 1949 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 5 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ3A 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 Ford Capri (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1949 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Capri | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2040 mm |
