1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Station Wagon | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |