1966 Seat 600 vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1966 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Seat 600. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Seat 600 | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Seat | SsangYong |
Model | 600 | Musso |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 765 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 47 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |