1957 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Lancia Flaminia 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 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Flaminia | Musa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
