1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Musso is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 957 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2010 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Beta | Musso |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
