1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 930 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Lancia Beta 2005 SsangYong Musso
Make Lancia SsangYong
Model Beta Musso
Year Released 1975 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 81 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.8 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1930 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 80 L


 

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