1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2006 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2006 SsangYong Musso is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1397 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Abarth 500 2006 SsangYong Musso
Make Abarth SsangYong
Model 500 Musso
Year Released 1957 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 479 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 23 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 33 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 145 km/hour 156 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 468 kg 1865 kg
Vehicle Length 3350 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1260 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 73 L