1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1200 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 1200 | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 82 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2970 mm |