1959 Lotus Elite vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Elite | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Elite | Musso |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |
