2004 Lancia Musa vs. 1998 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1998 Morgan Plus 4 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 1998 Morgan Plus 4. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Morgan |
| Model | Musa | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
