2004 Lancia Musa vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica 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 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica. 1985 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2004 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2004 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Musa | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
