1991 Citroen AX vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1991 Citroen AX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 512 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | AX | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2060 mm |
