1996 Honda Civic vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 38 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, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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, 1996 Honda Civic, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Honda | Willys-Overland |
Model | Civic | Rural |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |