1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1996 Citroen C 15 is newer by 37 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen C 15. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen C 15 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C 15 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2060 mm |
