2008 Lancia Musa vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 270 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona 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 1957 Toyota Corona. 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, 2008 Lancia Musa (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Musa | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 90 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
