1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2005 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 230 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2005 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 1900 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
