1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 980 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 2000 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
Model | 600 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
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 | 595 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |