1975 Simca 1309 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 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1309. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 810 kg more than 1975 Simca 1309. 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 Simca 1309. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1309. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1309 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Simca | SsangYong |
| Model | 1309 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
