1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Musa weights approximately 708 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 2010 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 700 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 47 L |
