1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 698 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, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Mini Metro | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
