1996 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa.
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, 2011 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 400 | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Rover | Lancia |
Model | 400 | Musa |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |