1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 905 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 1300 | Korando |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |