1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra

To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 268 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Lancia Flaminia 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 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Lancia Flaminia 1990 Lancia Dedra
Make Lancia Lancia
Model Flaminia Dedra
Year Released 1959 1990
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 1581 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 88 HP
Torque 187 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1438 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2670 mm


 

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