1952 Abarth 1500 vs. 1998 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Abarth 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Abarth 1500 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1952 Abarth 1500. (75 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1952 Abarth 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 726 kg more than 1952 Abarth 1500. 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. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1952 Abarth 1500 has manual transmission. 1952 Abarth 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Abarth 1500 | 1998 Daewoo Chairman | |
| Make | Abarth | Daewoo |
| Model | 1500 | Chairman |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1470 mm |
