1958 Jeep CJ vs. 1953 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1958 Jeep CJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jeep CJ (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 64 kg more than 1953 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 1953 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | CJ | CJ |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1953 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |
