1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2006 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Musso is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 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 48 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. 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 1959 Abarth 850. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2006 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
Model | 850 | Musso |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 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 | 570 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 73 L |