1960 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 1969 Riley 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Riley 4 (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Riley 4 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1960 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1960 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jeep CJ5 | 1969 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Riley |
| Model | CJ5 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2530 mm |
