1963 Ford Consul vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1963 Ford Consul is newer by 9 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jeep CJ (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 398 kg more than 1963 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 1963 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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Consul | CJ |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2060 mm |
