1968 Ford 17 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1968 Ford 17 (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | 17 | Dedra |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |