1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1963 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 1963 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1963 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1963 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Visa | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2060 mm |
