2008 Lancia Musa vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Musa | 146 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
