1990 Rover Metro vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 18 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (75 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 40 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, 2008 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover Metro | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | Metro | Aygo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 117 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.5 mm |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 35 L |