2002 SsangYong Musso vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Musso | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Trabant |
| Model | Musso | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 24 L |
