2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1996 Rover 600
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Rover 600.
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, 1996 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 1996 Rover 600 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Palio II | 600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |