2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Palio | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
