1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1975 Tatra T613
To start off, 1975 Tatra T613 is newer by 16 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Tatra T613 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 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 1975 Tatra T613. 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, 1975 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1975 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1975 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Jeep | Tatra |
| Model | CJ5 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2990 mm |
