2004 Lancia Musa vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Musa (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 415 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Musa | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
