1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 700 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
