1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, both 1990 Lancia Dedra and 1990 Rover Metro were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (90 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 380 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lancia Dedra | 1990 Rover Metro | |
Make | Lancia | Rover |
Model | Dedra | Metro |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |