1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 32 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, 1991 Citroen ZX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX 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 426 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX, 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (160 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen ZX | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Citroen | Willys-Overland |
Model | ZX | Rural |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |