2004 Lancia Musa vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Musa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Musa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
