1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 19 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 10 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 618 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 616 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Mazda | Willys-Overland |
Model | 616 | Rural |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |