2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 16 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 15 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Palio | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
