1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1996 Lancia Dedra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,928 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Dedra (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Tempra | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1928 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
