2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural

To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe.

Because 1958 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 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Fiat Coupe 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
Make Fiat Willys-Overland
Model Coupe Rural
Year Released 2000 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1746 cc 2636 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 79.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 88.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2660 mm


 

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