1974 Seat 1430 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 1430 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | 1430 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
