2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 11 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Dedra (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Grande Punto | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
