2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Musa (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio | Musa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
