1960 Abarth 1600 vs. 2003 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1600. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 655 kg more than 1960 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. 2003 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1600 | 2003 Daewoo Chairman | |
| Make | Abarth | Daewoo |
| Model | 1600 | Chairman |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
