1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1948 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 20 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 19 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. 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 1968 Fiat 850. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1948 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 850 | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2650 mm |
