1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1963 Toyota Publica is newer by 14 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 41 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 605 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. 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 1963 Toyota Publica. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Jeepster | Publica |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2140 mm |
