1973 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1973 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 127 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
