1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2001 Mahindra CL is newer by 52 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra CL weights approximately 115 kg more than 1949 Jeep Jeepster.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Jeep | Mahindra |
| Model | Jeepster | CL |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2040 mm |
