1958 Willys-Overland Rural vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 43 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, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 456 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Skoda Fabia, 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, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Skoda |
| Model | Rural | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
