1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1965 Austin A 60 is newer by 7 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) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 410 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 60 | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Austin | Willys-Overland |
Model | A 60 | Rural |
Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |