1959 Willys-Overland Rural vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. Both 1959 Willys-Overland Rural and 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 are equipped with a 2,638 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. 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, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Rural | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
