1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Because 1963 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 1963 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (157 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra. 1990 Lancia Dedra has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lancia Dedra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Flaminia | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |
