2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 5 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Palio | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
