1986 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic, 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, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Honda | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Civic | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
