1965 Holden EH vs. 1948 Jeep Jeepster

To start off, 1965 Holden EH is newer by 17 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 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 20 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 1965 Holden EH. 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1948 Jeep Jeepster has manual transmission. 1948 Jeep Jeepster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1965 Holden EH 1948 Jeep Jeepster
Make Holden Jeep
Model EH Jeepster
Year Released 1965 1948
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2930 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 238 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1185 kg 1165 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2650 mm