1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 858 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2005 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Alfasud | Musso |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |