1958 Ford 17 vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, both 1958 Ford 17 and 1958 Jeep CJ were released in the same year (1958). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford 17 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford 17 | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | 17 | CJ |
Year Released | 1958 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2060 mm |