2001 Smart ForFour vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 565 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour, 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart ForFour | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Smart | Willys-Overland |
Model | ForFour | Rural |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |