1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 57 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 236 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 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2776 mm |
