1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (157 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Dedra | Brera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
