1997 Renault Twingo vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Musa (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Musa weights approximately 535 kg more than 1997 Renault Twingo. 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, 2010 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Twingo | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | Twingo | Musa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
