1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 43 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Musa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 496 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 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, 2012 Lancia Musa (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Corolla | Musa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
