1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda. 2001 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Panda | Musso |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 73 L |
