1978 Lancia Megagamma vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 866 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Megagamma | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Megagamma | Musso |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |
