1975 Audi 50 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | 50 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
