1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1964 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1965 Avanti Avanti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1964 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 430 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1964 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Avanti | Jeep |
| Model | Avanti | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2060 mm |
