2005 Lancia Musa vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Musa (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Lancia Musa.
Because 1958 Rover P4 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Musa | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Musa | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
