1954 Porsche 356 vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 356 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
