1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
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, 2004 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Flavia | 45 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
