2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rover 825. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 481 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Palio | 825 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
