1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1949 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 24 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, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 365 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1949 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Allegro | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
