1984 Fiat 126 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1984 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 126 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 126 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2490 mm |
