1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 32 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 866 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Beta | Musso |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 73 L |
