1980 Fiat 131 vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 810 kg more than 1980 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat 131 | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 131 | Korando |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |