1984 Austin Montego vs. 1949 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 35 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 2,429 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 235 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. 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 1984 Austin Montego. 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 (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1949 Jeep Jeepster | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | Montego | Jeepster |
Year Released | 1984 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |