1979 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 515 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | CX | Metro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2280 mm |
