2000 SsangYong Musso vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1291 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Musso | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Trabant |
| Model | Musso | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 24 L |
