1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1991 Lancia Dedra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 696 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 500 | Dedra |
Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
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 | 480 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |