1948 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 105 kg more than 1976 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Jeepster | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Jeepster | 15 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
