1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 1300 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1850 mm |
