2003 Honda Insight vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Musa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 396 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. 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, 2003 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Insight | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Insight | Musa |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |