2008 Lancia Musa vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 258 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Musa | Beta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
