1995 Lancia Dedra vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1995 Lancia Dedra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 78 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 Riley 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lancia Dedra (129 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Dedra | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Lancia | Riley |
| Model | Dedra | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
