1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 947 kg more than 2009 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Musa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Musa. 2009 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | Lagonda | Musa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
