1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2005 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 291 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi.
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, 2005 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2005 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Maxi | Musa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
