2006 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 16 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A3 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
