1970 Fiat 125 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 125.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 125. 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 (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 125 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 125 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
