1959 Ford Fairlane vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Ford Fairlane. (168 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 119 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Musso.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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.
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1959 Ford Fairlane | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Fairlane | Musso |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |