1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 55 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. 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 2011 Tata Nano. 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 (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Jeep | Tata |
| Model | CJ5 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2230 mm |
