1961 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1300. (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1300. 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1300 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 1300 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 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 | 630 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2910 mm |
