1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 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 194 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. 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 1968 Fiat 600. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 600 | Musso |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |