2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 49 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto 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 250 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Fiat | Willys-Overland |
Model | Grande Punto | Rural |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |