1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 716 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | 1800 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 73 L |
