2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 41 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, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 880 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham C21. 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 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham C21 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Caterham | Willys-Overland |
Model | C21 | Rural |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 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 | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |