1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 500 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.4 mm |
| 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 Length | 2980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
