1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 986 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 @ 2250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Alfasud | Musso |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |