1948 Jeep Jeepster vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is newer by 57 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 765 kg more than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. 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 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Jeepster | 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jeepster | Proudia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2431 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
