1967 Fiat 600 vs. 1999 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Dedra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 340 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 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 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 1999 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 600 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
