1979 Nissan Silvia vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 288 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1979 Nissan Silvia 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 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Silvia | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Nissan | Lancia |
Model | Silvia | Musa |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |