1954 Jeep CJ vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 58 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 87 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Rio. 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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | CJ | Rio |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2570 mm |
