2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 80 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (149 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | Metro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
