1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 6 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Rover 25.
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, 2005 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Palio | 25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
