1991 Ford Festiva vs. 1948 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 294 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1948 Jeep CJ2A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ2A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 1948 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Festiva | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2040 mm |
