1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1973 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1973 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 16 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, 1973 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1973 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jeep CJ5 | 1973 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2310 mm |
