1948 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX is newer by 28 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 21 kg more than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX.
Because 1948 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. 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, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Jeepster | 1976 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Jeepster | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2431 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
