1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 63 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indigo. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Jeep | Tata |
| Model | Jeepster | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
