1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (105 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 485 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 Lancia Lybra (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Lybra | Metro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
