1955 Abarth 209 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 209. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 209 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 209. (65 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 209. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1955 Abarth 209. 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1955 Abarth 209 has manual transmission. 1955 Abarth 209 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 209 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 209 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1087 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2910 mm |
