1975 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1341 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 500. 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 (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 500 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 500 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 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 | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1851 kg |
| 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 |
