1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lancia Dedra (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 128 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
