1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso 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.
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1948 Fiat 500 | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 500 | Musso |
Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |