1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 27 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 875 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 131 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
