1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1966 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1966 Triumph 1300 is newer by 10 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 1300. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1966 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Triumph 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 1300. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1966 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Jeep | Triumph |
| Model | CJ5 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2460 mm |
