1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1980 Austin Mini Metro
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 576 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1980 Austin Mini Metro | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Spider | Mini Metro |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1257 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 31 L |