1998 Lancia Dedra vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1998 Lancia Dedra is newer by 39 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Dedra, 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (128 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Dedra | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Lancia | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Dedra | Rural |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
