1993 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 34 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna 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 195 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Magna | Rural |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
