1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 33 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Festiva. 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 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Festiva | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2060 mm |
