2004 Lancia Musa vs. 1977 Renault 20
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 20 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 Renault 20.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 20. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 1977 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Musa | 20 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
