2008 Lancia Musa vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone 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 15 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 455 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Musa | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
