1986 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda 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 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. 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 Fiat Panda. 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 (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Panda | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Panda | Musso |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1302 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 80 L |