1956 Chrysler C vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 20 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chrysler C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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, 1956 Chrysler C (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | C | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
