2008 Lancia Musa vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 339 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
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 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Musa | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
