1970 Abarth 595 vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 1167 kg more than 1970 Abarth 595. 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, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1970 Abarth 595 has manual transmission. 1970 Abarth 595 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 595 | 2002 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 595 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2910 mm |
