1996 Lancia Dedra vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1996 Lancia Dedra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 290 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. 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, 1996 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Dedra | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Dedra | 204 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
