1974 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Maverick (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Musa weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Ford Maverick.
Because 1974 Ford Maverick 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 1974 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Maverick. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Maverick. 2007 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 1974 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1974 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Maverick | 2007 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Maverick | Musa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
