1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. 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 1962 Fiat 500. 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 (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500. 2000 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 500 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 73 L |
