2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 44 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 290 kg more than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Lancia | Willys-Overland |
Model | Thesis | Rural |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |