1966 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 655 kg more than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Volkswagen 1600 | 2011 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | 1600 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
