1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1959 Renault Floride
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 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride 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 26 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Mini Metro weights approximately 8 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride 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 Renault Floride. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Mini Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Mini Metro | Floride |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
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 | 746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |