1990 Rover Metro vs. 1978 Simca 1307
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1307 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 8 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1307 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1307. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover Metro | 1978 Simca 1307 | |
Make | Rover | Simca |
Model | Metro | 1307 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 58 L |