1998 Rover 400 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 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, 1998 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will offer significantly more control. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 400 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Rover | Willys-Overland |
Model | 400 | Rural |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |