1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2004 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Alfasud | Musso |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |