2003 MCC ForFour vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2003 MCC ForFour 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC ForFour (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC ForFour 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 560 kg more than 2003 MCC ForFour.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 MCC ForFour. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC ForFour | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | MCC | Willys-Overland |
| Model | ForFour | Rural |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1331 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 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 |
