1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 467 kg more than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. 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, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 has manual transmission. 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
