1972 Honda Civic vs. 1949 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1972 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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, 1972 Honda Civic (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Civic. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1949 Jeep Jeepster | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Jeepster |
Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |