2008 Lancia Musa vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Seat Malaga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Seat Malaga would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Seat Malaga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 255 kg more than 1985 Seat Malaga. 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 Lancia Musa (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Musa | Malaga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
