2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1989 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (93 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 249 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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, 1989 Lancia Dedra (129 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm). This means 1989 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1989 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
