1958 Ford Popular vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover Metro weights approximately 150 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Popular is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Rover Metro (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 1990 Rover Metro | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Popular | Metro |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2280 mm |