1990 Rover Metro vs. 2010 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 903 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 Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ulysse 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 Ulysse | |
Make | Rover | Fiat |
Model | Metro | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |