1966 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1966 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 337 kg more than 1966 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jeep CJ5 | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | CJ5 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |
