1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Tempra | Musso |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
