2001 Honda Insight vs. 1951 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Insight (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1951 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 264 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight.
Because 1951 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 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, 1951 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 1951 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Insight | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
