1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1348 kg more than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Willys-Overland | Land Rover |
Model | Aero-Willys 2600 | Defender |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |