1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 128 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
