2009 Lancia Musa vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lancia Musa | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Musa | 505 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
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 | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |