1957 Ford Vedette vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1959 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Vedette weights approximately 95 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Vedette | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Vedette | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2060 mm |