1963 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 601 kg more than 1963 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jeep CJ5 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | CJ5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2630 mm |
