1954 Jeep CJ vs. 1963 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1963 Riley One-Point-Five is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Riley One-Point-Five (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 95 kg more than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 1963 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Jeep | Riley |
| Model | CJ | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1489 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 | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2190 mm |
