1996 Fiat 131 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 605 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131. 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat 131 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 131 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |