1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 626 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 1500 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
