2000 Ford Contour vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 58 kg more than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour, 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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
Model | Contour | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |