2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 43 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis 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 70 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2001 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Avensis | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Toyota | Willys-Overland |
Model | Avensis | Rural |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |