1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 133 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
