1971 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1971 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124. 2009 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 124 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
