1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1973 Ford Fairlane is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 340 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Fairlane | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |
