1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 236 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Lancia Musa (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lancia Beta | 2009 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Beta | Musa |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |