1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1960 Toyota Crown is newer by 11 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, 1960 Toyota Crown (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 165 kg more than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. 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 1960 Toyota Crown. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Jeepster | Crown |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
