1961 Lancia Flavia vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 35 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flavia.
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, 1996 Rover 400, 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, 1996 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Flavia | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Lancia | Rover |
Model | Flavia | 400 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |