1959 Willys-Overland Rural vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo 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) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 610 kg more than 2011 Renault Twingo. 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 Renault Twingo, 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Renault |
| Model | Rural | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
