1942 Jeep MB vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1942 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1942 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 Jeep MB 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Jeep MB | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | MB | 505 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2910 mm |
