1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is newer by 37 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Nuvola | Rural |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
