1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 128 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 995 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Spider | Musso |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 307 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |