1978 Suzuki Cervo vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Musa weights approximately 743 kg more than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Suzuki Cervo 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 1978 Suzuki Cervo. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Suzuki Cervo | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Suzuki | Lancia |
Model | Cervo | Musa |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 538 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |