1948 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 26 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 7 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 430 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Jeepster | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Jeepster | Publica |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2431 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
