1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda. 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 (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Panda | Korando |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |
