1972 Fiat 127 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 127.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 127 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 127 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
