1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1997 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
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, 1997 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1997 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 145 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
