1986 Citroen Bx vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1986 Citroen Bx is newer by 27 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Bx (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Bx should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Citroen Bx.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Bx. 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 (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Bx. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Bx | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Bx | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 3153 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2060 mm |