1953 Jeep CJ vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 384 kg more than 1953 Jeep CJ. 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jeep CJ | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | CJ | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
