1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Lancia Flaminia 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 1963 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Lancia | Rover |
Model | Flaminia | 200 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |