1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 131 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
