2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 48 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
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, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (407 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Chrysler | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Aspen | Rural |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
