1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1995 Honda Shuttle is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 172 kg more than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1995 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Shuttle | 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Honda | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Shuttle | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
