1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (90 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 1954 Austin A 70. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 70 | Dedra |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 63 L |