1974 Ford Capri vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1991 Lancia Dedra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 166 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Capri | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
