1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Palio | Musso |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
