1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Ritmo 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. 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 1979 Fiat Ritmo. 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 (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. 2007 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ritmo | Musso |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
