1977 Chrysler Centura vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Musa weights approximately 162 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
Because 1977 Chrysler Centura 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 1977 Chrysler Centura. 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, 2010 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Centura | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Centura | Musa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
