1990 Rover Metro vs. 2010 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Idea is newer by 20 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Idea weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. 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, 2010 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover Metro | 2010 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Rover | Fiat |
Model | Metro | Idea |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |