1971 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 66 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen DS | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | DS | Musa |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |