1970 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1973 Triumph 1500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph 1500 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph 1500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Because 1970 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jeep CJ5 | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Jeep | Triumph |
| Model | CJ5 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2460 mm |
