1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 465 kg more than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Vega | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2110 mm |
