1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
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 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Mini Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 66 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Because 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Mini Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Mini Metro | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |