2009 Lancia Musa vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Musa (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Peugeot 504 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 1978 Peugeot 504. 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, 2009 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Musa | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Musa | 504 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
