1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | 2CV | Musso |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 73 L |
