1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1989 Austin Maestro is newer by 30 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, 1989 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Austin Maestro. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Maestro | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | Maestro | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3153 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2060 mm |