1948 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo is newer by 40 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, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 580 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. 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 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Jeepster | 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Jeepster | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
