2005 Lancia Musa vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Maserati Indy 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 1970 Maserati Indy. 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Musa. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Musa | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Musa | Indy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
