1961 Lancia Flavia vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1961 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Lancia Flavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Rover 600 (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flavia | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Flavia | 600 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
