1990 Rover Metro vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 17 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 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 155 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover Metro | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | Metro | Indica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 37 L |
