1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Palio | 75 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
