1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 490 kg more than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Willys-Overland | Toyota |
Model | Aero-Willys 2600 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |