1962 Ford Consul vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1962 Ford Consul is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jeep CJ (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 148 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Consul. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Consul | CJ |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2060 mm |
