1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 21 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1956 Lancia Aurelia 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Aurelia | Musa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
