1958 Willys-Overland Rural vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 55 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 149 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Willys-Overland | Volkswagen |
Model | Rural | Jetta |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2651 mm |