1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1997 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1997 Lancia Dedra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 630 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 500 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 1963 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 1997 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 63 L |
