1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow 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 184 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Fellow | Musso |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
