1953 Jeep CJ vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 58 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 750 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jeep CJ | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3010 mm |
