2008 Lancia Musa vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 261 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lancia Musa (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Musa | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
