2009 Lancia Musa vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 176 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1956 Lancia Aurelia 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Musa | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Musa | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
