2008 Lancia Musa vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla 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 9 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Musa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
