2001 Audi Allroad vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2001 Audi Allroad is newer by 11 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 905 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro.
Because 2001 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | Allroad | Metro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
