1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 52 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 770 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Jeep | Tata |
| Model | CJ5 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2425 mm |
