1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1417 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 750 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
