1956 AC Ace vs. 1980 Austin Mini Metro
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 140 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1980 Austin Mini Metro | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Ace | Mini Metro |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 31 L |
