2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Accent | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
