2009 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 51 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Polo | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Polo | Rural |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
