1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 54 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 345 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.
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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1959 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | CJ5 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2640 mm |
