1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 558 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 600 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 1960 Abarth 600. 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 600 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
