1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 1300 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 73 L |
