1948 Lancia Aprilia vs. 1974 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1974 Rover 3.5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Lancia Aprilia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Lancia Aprilia would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 1974 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 1948 Lancia Aprilia has manual transmission. 1948 Lancia Aprilia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Lancia Aprilia | 1974 Rover 3.5 | |
Make | Lancia | Rover |
Model | Aprilia | 3.5 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1486 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 149 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |