1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1965 Maserati Mistral 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 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 290 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Mistral | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Maserati | Willys-Overland |
Model | Mistral | Rural |
Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3484 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 187 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |