1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 56 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, 2005 Kia Retona (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 705 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.
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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 2005 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Jeepster | Retona |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
