1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1948 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa is newer by 22 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, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 602 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 1948 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1948 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
