1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 946 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Fiat 1500 2008 SsangYong Rexton
Make Fiat SsangYong
Model 1500 Rexton
Year Released 1961 2008
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 905 kg 1851 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 80 L


 

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