1959 Willys-Overland Rural vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 51 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 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 525 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat 500. 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Willys-Overland Rural | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Willys-Overland | Fiat |
Model | Rural | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |