1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Vivace 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 31 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover Metro weights approximately 75 kg more than 1982 Fiat Vivace. 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, 1990 Rover Metro (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Vivace | Metro |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2280 mm |
