1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 282 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Dedra | 95 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
