1961 Fiat 1300 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 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 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 146 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 970 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 Fiat 1300. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 1300 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
