2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 200 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Palio II | 100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
