2004 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 46 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 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 398 kg more than 2004 Morgan Aero 8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Morgan Aero 8 | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Morgan | Willys-Overland |
Model | Aero 8 | Rural |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |