1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Musso is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 840 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2010 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Spider | Musso |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
