1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 635 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Giulia | Musa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 47 L |
