1961 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Jeep CJ5 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jeep CJ5 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Jeep | Triumph |
| Model | CJ5 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2110 mm |
