1979 Talbot 1510 vs. 2007 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Musa weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Talbot 1510 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Musa. 2007 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 1979 Talbot 1510 has manual transmission. 1979 Talbot 1510 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Talbot 1510 | 2007 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Talbot | Lancia |
| Model | 1510 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
