1979 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 425 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.
Because 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Honda | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Accord | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2110 mm |
