1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1999 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Dedra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1999 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Junior | Dedra |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |