1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 686 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Flavia | Musso |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
