1987 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
Because 1965 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 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Honda | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Civic | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
