1997 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1997 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Dodge Copperhead.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Copperhead | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Copperhead | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
