1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1980 Austin Mini Metro
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 573 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 AC 2-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1948 AC 2-Litre (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1948 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 AC 2-Litre | 1980 Austin Mini Metro | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | 2-Litre | Mini Metro |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 31 L |
