1964 Vauxhall Cresta vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 29 kg more than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta.
Because 1964 Vauxhall Cresta 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 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Vauxhall Cresta | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Lancia |
| Model | Cresta | Musa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 163 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 | 1207 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
