1947 Austin 16 vs. 1949 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1949 Jeep Jeepster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1949 Jeep Jeepster.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster 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, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1949 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | 16 | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
