1958 Ford Consul vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1958 Ford Consul is newer by 4 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 3,151 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jeep CJ (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 100 kg more than 1958 Ford Consul. 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 1958 Ford Consul. 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 (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Consul | CJ |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 3151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2060 mm |
