1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 9 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (90 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
