1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Musso is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 295 kg more than 1966 Austin A 90.
Because 2006 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 2006 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 90 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 73 L |
