1990 Rover Metro vs. 1966 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover Metro weights approximately 90 kg more than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. 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 (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover Metro | 1966 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Metro | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 66 L |
