2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Lancia Musa. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Musa. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Spider | Musa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
