1968 Fiat 124 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 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (79 HP @ 4050 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 800 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 124. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 124 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
