1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 662 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2002 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 1600 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
