2008 Lancia Musa vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 125 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1955 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 1955 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Musa | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
