1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 620 kg more than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos 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 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Golf | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
