2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica 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 80 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Publica. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Musso | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
