1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 1961 Renault Floride is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1961 Renault Floride. 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 1961 Renault Floride. 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 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1961 Renault Floride | |
Make | Jeep | Renault |
Model | CJ5 | Floride |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2270 mm |