1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 850 | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 850 | Musso |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |