1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1999 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Dedra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1999 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
