1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 620 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Fiat | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 124 | Rural |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
