2005 Lancia Musa vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 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 192 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Musa | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Musa | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
