2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 10 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 790 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Caterham | Lancia |
Model | 7 | Dedra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |