1999 SsangYong Musso vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 930 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 SsangYong Musso (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Musso | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Wartburg |
| Model | Musso | 311 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 43 L |
