1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1979 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1979 Zastava 1500 is newer by 30 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 Zastava 1500.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Zastava 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. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 1979 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Jeep | Zastava |
| Model | Jeepster | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
