2005 Lancia Musa vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 350 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. 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, 2005 Lancia Musa (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Musa | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Musa | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
