1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 600 | Korando |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |