1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 970 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 1600 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 | 960 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
