2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 1996 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Panda | Musso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
