2005 Kia Picanto vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 47 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, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Kia Picanto, 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, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Kia | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Picanto | Rural |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
