1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 220 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru Impreza (334 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | CJ5 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |