1972 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 630 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Willys-Overland |
| Model | SP2 | Rural |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
