2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1995 Rover 214
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 214. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 214 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 214 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 214 weights approximately 37 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, 1995 Rover 214 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 214 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 214 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Palio | 214 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
