1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1972 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1972 Lancia 2000 is newer by 13 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lancia 2000. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1972 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | CJ5 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |
