1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1969 Triumph GT6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jeep CJ5 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Triumph |
| Model | CJ5 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2110 mm |
