2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 50 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 564 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 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 2009 Ford Fiesta. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Fiesta | Rural |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
