1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 1959 Rover P4. 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, 1959 Rover P4 (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (157 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra. 1990 Lancia Dedra has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lancia Dedra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Dedra | P4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
