1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1958 Jeep CJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jeep CJ (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 115 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ 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, 1950 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Zephyr | CJ |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2060 mm |
