1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2006 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Musso is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 395 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 2006 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2006 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
