1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 785 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. 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. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Fiat 500 | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 500 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |