1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 945 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Abarth | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 600 | Rural |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
