1973 Ford Capri vs. 1946 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1973 Ford Capri is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Jeep CJ2A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Jeep CJ2A should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep CJ2A 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 CJ2A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Jeep CJ2A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Capri | 1946 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Capri | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1303 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 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 |
