1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2007 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Musa (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Musa weights approximately 470 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Lancia Appia 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 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Appia | 2007 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Appia | Musa |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 47 L |