1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (90 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1400 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1400 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
