1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2006 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2006 Lancia Musa is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin A 95 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 1957 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 2006 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 95 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
