1974 Honda 1300 vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1974 Honda 1300 is newer by 26 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 215 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda 1300. 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, 1948 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda 1300 | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | 1300 | CJ3A |
Year Released | 1974 | 1948 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2199 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2040 mm |