1970 Austin 1800 vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 686 kg more than 1970 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 1800 | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | 1800 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
