2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | 100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
