1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent.

Because 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 2012 Hyundai Accent
Make Willys-Overland Hyundai
Model Aero-Willys 2600 Accent
Year Released 1965 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2638 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 194 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1087 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4369 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1699 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2570 mm