1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 616 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Giulietta | Rural |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
