2008 Lancia Musa vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia 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 51 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 366 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Lancia Appia 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 1958 Lancia Appia. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Musa | Appia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
