1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Flaminia | 400 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
