2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 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 26 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 222 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 1990 Rover Metro | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Fiesta | Metro |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 160 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 | 1107 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |