1975 Fiat 133 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1975 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 133 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 133 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2490 mm |
