1999 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1999 Ford 021 C
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Metro and 1999 Ford 021 C were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford 021 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford 021 C (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford 021 C weights approximately 398 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet 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, 1999 Ford 021 C (146 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm). This means 1999 Ford 021 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. 1999 Ford 021 C has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Metro has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Metro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford 021 C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Metro | 1999 Ford 021 C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Metro | 021 C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
