1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1992 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1992 Lancia Dedra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Dedra. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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.
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1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1992 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Dedra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 67.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |