1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover Metro weights approximately 255 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1990 Rover Metro | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Giulia | Metro |
Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |