1957 Ford Popular vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1957 Ford Popular is newer by 3 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 292 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Popular. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Popular | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Popular | CJ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2060 mm |
