1978 Toyota Corsa vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 463 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Corsa | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Toyota | Lancia |
Model | Corsa | Musa |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1248 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |