1967 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 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 104 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. 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 1967 Fiat 500. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 500 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 72 L |
