1956 Citroen DS vs. 1948 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1956 Citroen DS is newer by 8 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 2,431 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 45 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS.
Because 1948 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. 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, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (157 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1948 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | DS | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
