1996 Fiat 131 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat 131 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131.
Because 1996 Fiat 131 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 1996 Fiat 131. 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, 1996 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 131 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 131 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
