1966 Rover P5 vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 200 kg more than 1966 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Rover P5 | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | P5 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
