1945 Jeep MB vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1954 Jeep CJ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 3,151 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jeep CJ (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 100 kg more than 1945 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep MB | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | MB | CJ |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2060 mm |
