1956 Ford Popular vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Popular | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Popular | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2380 mm |
