1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 540 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Corolla | Musa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
