2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1999 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 1999 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1999 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 146 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
