1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 37 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 486 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava, 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, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Fiat | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Brava | Rural |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
