1990 Rover Metro vs. 1969 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Subaru FF-1 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 23 more horse power than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1969 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover Metro weights approximately 155 kg more than 1969 Subaru FF-1. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover Metro | 1969 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Metro | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 64 L |
