1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1949 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1957 Fiat 1200 is newer by 8 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, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (70 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 260 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1949 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 1200 | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
