1968 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1999 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Rover 200 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lancia Flaminia | 1999 Rover 200 | |
Make | Lancia | Rover |
Model | Flaminia | 200 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |