1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1997 Lancia Dedra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Lancia Dedra.
Because 1954 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1997 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 90 | Dedra |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |