1972 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 17 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada.
Because 1972 Ford Granada 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 1972 Ford Granada. 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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Musa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Musa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
