1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 687 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2011 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 1900 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
