1999 Lancia Zeta vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso. 2008 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Zeta | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Zeta | Musso |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
