2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 16 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 830 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lancia Thesis | 1990 Rover Metro | |
Make | Lancia | Rover |
Model | Thesis | Metro |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
Top Speed | 206 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 | 1715 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |