2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1969 Rover 2000
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1969 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1969 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Rover 2000 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1969 Rover 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1969 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Palio | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
