1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo 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 3,151 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Saxo (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Saxo. 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 (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Saxo | CJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2060 mm |
