1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 850 | Korando |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |