1953 Ford Vedette vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1958 Jeep CJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jeep CJ (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 55 kg more than 1953 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Vedette. 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Vedette | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Vedette | CJ |
Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2060 mm |