1971 Honda 1300 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 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc, 1971 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 383 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | 1300 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1248 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
