1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2006 Lancia Musa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Musa (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Musa weights approximately 470 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. 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, 2006 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2006 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2006 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Visa | Musa |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |