1990 Rover Metro vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 23 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 310 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, 2013 Mini Roadster (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover Metro | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Rover | Mini |
| Model | Metro | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
