1974 Citroen CX vs. 1966 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1966 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 490 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 1974 Citroen CX. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1966 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | CX | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2060 mm |
