2004 Lancia Musa vs. 1967 Simca 1100
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Musa (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 325 kg more than 1967 Simca 1100. 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, 2004 Lancia Musa (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 1967 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Musa | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
