1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1217 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 1000 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
