1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 9 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 190 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | Metro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 167 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 | 1040 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 36 L |
