1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1972 Seat 124 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | CJ5 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2430 mm |
