1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1995 SsangYong Musso is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 SsangYong Musso (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 935 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 SsangYong Musso (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 128 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
