1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 12 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin 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 354 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | AMC | Willys-Overland |
Model | Gremlin | Rural |
Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |