2006 Morgan 44 vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
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, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Morgan 44 | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Morgan | Willys-Overland |
Model | 44 | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |