1959 Willys-Overland Rural vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 53 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 94 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.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Willys-Overland Rural | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Willys-Overland | Citroen |
Model | Rural | C5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1624 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |