1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 74 kg more than 2010 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Plymouth | Lancia |
Model | Valiant | Musa |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |