1990 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Musa weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2007 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
