1977 Porsche 912 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 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 912. (87 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Musa weights approximately 138 kg more than 1977 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1977 Porsche 912 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 Porsche 912. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 912.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Porsche 912 2010 Lancia Musa
Make Porsche Lancia
Model 912 Musa
Year Released 1977 2010
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1971 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1278 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 2520 mm


 

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