1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos is newer by 4 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 37 more horse power than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 990 kg more than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Interlagos | Rural |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
