1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta.
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, 2005 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 2005 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Beta | Musa |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 47 L |