1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 49 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 168 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | CJ5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2530 mm |
