2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Corolla | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Toyota | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Corolla | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
