1954 Jeep CJ vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 355 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Jeep CJ | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | CJ | Impreza |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2624 mm |