1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 414 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. 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, 2005 Lancia Musa (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2005 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Festiva | Musa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
