2008 Lancia Musa vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 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 80 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Musa | Beta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
