1952 Austin A vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A | Musso |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 73 L |
