1967 Fiat 125 vs. 1949 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1967 Fiat 125 is newer by 18 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 155 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 125. 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 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 125 | 1949 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 125 | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
