1996 Lancia Dedra vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Dedra 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 18 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. 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, 2011 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Dedra | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Dedra | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
