1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1948 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1967 Fiat 124 is newer by 19 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, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 275 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. 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 1967 Fiat 124. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1948 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 124 | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
