1996 Honda Civic vs. 1949 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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, 1949 Jeep CJ2A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep CJ2A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1949 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
