1995 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 186 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2012 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Corolla | Musa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
