1986 Ford Capri vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri is newer by 27 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, 1986 Ford Capri (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 348 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri.
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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (95 Nm). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Capri | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Capri | Rural |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
