1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1958 Austin A 35
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Mini Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Mini Metro weights approximately 57 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Mini Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1958 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Mini Metro | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 26 L |
