1960 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 42 kg more than 2011 Lancia Musa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | DS | Musa |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |