2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
