1978 Volkswagen Citi 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 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Musa weights approximately 330 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volkswagen Citi | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lancia |
| Model | Citi | Musa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
