1948 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1968 Renault 6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,431 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Jeepster | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Jeepster | 6 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2431 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
