1952 Morgan Plus 4 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 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morgan Plus 4 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 160 more horse power than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. 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 Morgan Plus 4. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morgan Plus 4 | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Morgan | SsangYong |
| Model | Plus 4 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
