1978 Nissan 260 ZX vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX.
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, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan 260 ZX | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Nissan | Willys-Overland |
Model | 260 ZX | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |