1965 AC Aceca vs. 1980 Austin Mini Metro
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC Aceca weights approximately 37 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 1965 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 1965 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, 1965 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 1980 Austin Mini Metro | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Aceca | Mini Metro |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 754 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 | 54 L | 31 L |
