1960 AC Aceca vs. 1980 Austin Mini Metro
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 AC Aceca weights approximately 147 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 1960 AC Aceca 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 1960 AC Aceca. 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, 1960 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1960 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 1980 Austin Mini Metro | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Aceca | Mini Metro |
Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 31 L |