1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1967 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 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Willys-Overland | Volkswagen |
Model | Aero-Willys 2600 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1404 mm |