2008 Lancia Musa vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. 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, 1979 Talbot 1510 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Lancia | Talbot |
| Model | Musa | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
