1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1556 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ginetta G4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ginetta | SsangYong |
| Model | G4 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 70 L |
