1990 Rover Metro vs. 1992 Rover Mini
To start off, 1992 Rover Mini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover Metro would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1992 Rover Mini. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover Metro weights approximately 195 kg more than 1992 Rover Mini. 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 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover Mini. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover Metro | 1992 Rover Mini | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | Metro | Mini |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |
