1968 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2006 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2006 Lancia Musa is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Musa weights approximately 395 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1968 Triumph Vitesse 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 1968 Triumph Vitesse. 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph Vitesse | 2006 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Triumph | Lancia |
| Model | Vitesse | Musa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
