1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1985 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1985 Jeep CJ is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jeep CJ (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 531 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 1985 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Prefect | CJ |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
