2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Rover 200 (124 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (116 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Grande Punto | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
