2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover 216 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1989 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Palio | 216 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
