1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 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 87 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1277 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 850 | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 850 | Musso |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 73 L |