1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (144 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Flaminia | 200 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
