2001 Ford F-150 vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-150 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2060 mm |
