1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 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 (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 600. 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 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 600 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 600 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
