1961 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1461 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 500 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 500 | Kyron |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2750 mm |