1948 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres is newer by 22 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 1948 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. 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, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Jeepster | 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Jeep | Marcos |
| Model | Jeepster | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
