1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Lancia Musa.
Because 1953 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Musa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 2007 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 70 | Musa |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 47 L |