1967 Ford 17 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 856 kg more than 1967 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 17 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | 17 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
