2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rover 825i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825i would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825i (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825i weights approximately 486 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 1986 Rover 825i (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | 825i |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
