1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 57 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Alfasud | Musso |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |