1990 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1990 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat 126 | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 126 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
