1990 Rover Metro vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 1430 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro.
Because 1973 Seat 1430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover Metro | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | Metro | 1430 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1436 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |