1988 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1217 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 126 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
