1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos 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 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Willys-Overland | Ford |
Model | Interlagos | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2911 mm |