1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 856 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (319 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 2003 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Tipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Tipo | Musso |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
