1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1995 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1995 Lancia Dedra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 600 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 700 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 1961 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lancia Dedra (129 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1995 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Abarth | Lancia |
Model | 700 | Dedra |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |