1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth 1000 2002 SsangYong Korando
Make Abarth SsangYong
Model 1000 Korando
Year Released 1959 2002
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 998 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 88 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 97 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58 mm 92.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1866 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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