1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1949 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, both 1949 Fiat 1500 and 1949 Jeep Jeepster were released in the same year (1949). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1949 Jeep Jeepster.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1949 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 1500 | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
