2008 Lancia Musa vs. 1975 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Nissan Violet 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 1975 Nissan Violet. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 1975 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Musa | Violet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
