1952 Citroen 15 vs. 1965 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1965 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Citroen 15 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1965 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Jeep CJ5 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, 1952 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Citroen 15 | 1965 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | 15 | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2060 mm |