2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 12 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 213 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (108 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C3 | Metro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
