1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1962 Buick Invicta
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1316 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 1962 Buick Invicta 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 1962 Buick Invicta. 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Mini Metro has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Mini Metro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1962 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Mini Metro | Invicta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
