1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 438 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 1959 Ford Zodiac 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 1959 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1959 Ford Zodiac (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac 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 | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Mini Metro | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |