1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1980 Austin Mini Metro
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 99 (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 783 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 1959 Austin A 99 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 1959 Austin A 99. 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, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 1980 Austin Mini Metro | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 99 | Mini Metro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 31 L |
