1987 Citroen AX vs. 1949 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 38 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, 1987 Citroen AX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1949 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | AX | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
