1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chrysler Centura | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Chrysler | Willys-Overland |
Model | Centura | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |