1948 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1970 Mazda 1000 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 2,431 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 475 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. 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 1970 Mazda 1000. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Jeepster | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Jeepster | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2431 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
