1957 Ford Popular vs. 1997 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1997 Lancia Dedra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 432 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Popular 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 1957 Ford Popular. 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, 1997 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 1997 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Popular | Dedra |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |