1990 Rover Metro vs. 2012 Chevrolet Matiz
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 22 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 29 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Matiz. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Matiz weights approximately 45 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 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover Metro | 2012 Chevrolet Matiz | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Metro | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 151 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 | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
