2008 Lancia Musa vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 215 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lancia Musa | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Musa | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |