1996 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 42 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 47 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 107 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Beretta | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Beretta | CJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2060 mm |
