1970 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Musa (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 430 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Ascona 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 1970 Opel Ascona. 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 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Ascona | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Opel | Lancia |
Model | Ascona | Musa |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |