2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 716 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, 1991 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Caterham | Lancia |
| Model | 7 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 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 | 460 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
