1964 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1964 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1964 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 103 kg more than 1964 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jeep CJ5 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | CJ5 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |
