1981 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1311 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Panda | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Panda | Musso |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |