2007 Lancia Musa vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Musa weights approximately 85 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1963 Lancia Flavia 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 1963 Lancia Flavia. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Musa | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Musa | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
