1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1958 Morris Minor is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,429 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 360 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Jeep | Morris |
| Model | Jeepster | Minor |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2190 mm |
