2006 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 47 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Lancia | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Ypsilon | Rural |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
