1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 450 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 1996 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 130 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
