1999 Ford Puma vs. 2009 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 268 kg more than 1999 Ford Puma.
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, 2009 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Puma | 2009 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Puma | Musa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
