1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 75 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |
