1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 133 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2490 mm |
