2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 42 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, 2001 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 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 540 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C3. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Citroen | Willys-Overland |
Model | C3 | Rural |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |