1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 51 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 685 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.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lancia Thesis. 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | CJ5 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2810 mm |
