1967 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 922 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo GT 2008 SsangYong Musso
Make Alfa Romeo SsangYong
Model GT Musso
Year Released 1967 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 170 km/hour 176 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 984 kg 1906 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 73 L


 

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