1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 40 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Fiesta. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Fiesta | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2060 mm |
