1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1981 Mini MK IV
To start off, 1981 Mini MK IV is newer by 22 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1981 Mini MK IV. 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 1981 Mini MK IV. 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 (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1981 Mini MK IV | |
| Make | Jeep | Mini |
| Model | CJ5 | MK IV |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |
