1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 33 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
