1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 42 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 80 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 2001 Peugeot 307. 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | CJ5 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2830 mm |
