1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1960 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 283 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 1960 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1960 Jeep CJ5 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 | 1960 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Mini Metro | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2060 mm |
