1977 Fiat X1-9 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 975 kg more than 1977 Fiat X1-9. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat X1-9 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | X1-9 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
