Lancia Artena
A masterpiece of pre-war engineering featuring Lancia's innovative vibration-damping engine mounts.
- Power
- 55 bhp
- Top speed
- 71 mph
- Est. value
- $30k–$65k
About the Lancia Artena
Introduced at the 1931 Paris Motor Show alongside the V8 Astura, the Lancia Artena was the four-cylinder successor to the legendary Lambda. While it moved away from the Lambda's monocoque to a more conventional chassis to accommodate bespoke coachwork, it retained Lancia's signature sliding-pillar front suspension. The 1.9-litre V4 engine was uniquely suspended on leaf springs and Silentbloc bushings to eliminate vibrations, a solution so effective it rivalled the smoothness of contemporary six-cylinder cars. Production spanned four series, including a wartime revival for military use, cementing its reputation for reliability and engineering excellence.
Lancia Artena specs
The Lancia Artena produces 55 bhp (41 kW). It has a top speed of 71 mph (115 km/h).
| Make | Lancia |
|---|---|
| Model | Artena |
| Trim | 1.9 |
| Years | 1931–1942 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Italy |
| Production | About 5,567 built |
| Engine | 1.9-litre narrow-angle V4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,924 cc (1.9 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 55 bhp (41 kW) at 4,000 rpm |
| Top speed | 71 mph (115 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,350 kg (2,976 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 41 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Lancia Artena worth?
A typical Lancia Artena is estimated to be worth $30,000 – $65,000 (about £22,000 – £48,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Lancia Artena rarity in CarSpot
The Lancia Artena is an Epic card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 60 out of 100. Supercars and serious performance cars, typically worth around £100,000 to £250,000. An Epic card is worth 80 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Lancia Artena fun facts
- The Artena was named after an ancient town of the Volsci people, breaking Lancia's long-standing tradition of using Greek letters for model names.
- Its engine mounting system was so advanced that contemporary testers often mistook the four-cylinder powerplant for a much larger six or eight-cylinder engine.
- During WWII, the Italian military requested the Artena be put back into production specifically for use as high-ranking staff cars and ambulances.
