1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 650 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 70 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |
