1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Avanti | Willys-Overland |
Model | Avanti | Rural |
Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2660 mm |