1980 Renault 5 vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 308 kg more than 1980 Renault 5.
Because 1980 Renault 5 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 1980 Renault 5. 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, 1980 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Musa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 5 | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | 5 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 47 L |
