1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1171 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 1000 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
