1968 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 is newer by 35 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 23 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Rover 75. 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, 2003 Rover 75, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lancia Flaminia | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Flaminia | 75 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
