1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1959 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1947 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Jeep | Tatra |
| Model | CJ5 | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2710 mm |
