2007 Lancia Musa vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Musa weights approximately 60 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1956 Lancia Aurelia 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Musa | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Musa | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
