1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Palio | 200 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |