2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 15 kg more than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Because 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre 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 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (308 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre has automatic transmission and 2002 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2002 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Phedra | 3.5 Litre |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
