1959 Willys-Overland Rural vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 44 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 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 | 2003 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Audi |
| Model | Rural | A6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
