1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 12 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | CJ5 | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1964 cc |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2210 mm |