1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 600 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |
