2007 Nissan Micra vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 17 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 8 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 105 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, 2007 Nissan Micra (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Micra | Metro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |
