1959 Willys-Overland Rural vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 615 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda, 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Fiat |
| Model | Rural | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
