1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1948 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1954 Austin A 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1948 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 90 | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
