2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Grande Punto | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| 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 | 153 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
