1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 1100 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
