1958 Willys-Overland Rural vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 1998 Zagato Zuma is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Zagato Zuma (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Zagato Zuma should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 Zagato Zuma.
Because 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Zagato Zuma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Zagato Zuma (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Zagato Zuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Zagato |
| Model | Rural | Zuma |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
