1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2007 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Musa weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.
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, 2007 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 2007 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Arna | Musa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
