1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2006 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2006 Lancia Musa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Musa (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Musa weights approximately 436 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 BMW 1600 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 1966 BMW 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2006 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 1600 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
