2005 Lancia Musa vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 295 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Musa | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Musa | 205 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
