1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
Model | 850 | Korando |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |