1959 Willys-Overland Rural vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 42 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. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 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 80 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 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 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Citroen |
| Model | Rural | C5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
