2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 880 kg more than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (183 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Mahindra | Willys-Overland |
Model | Scorpio | Rural |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |