1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1962 Riley One-Point-Five
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 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 181 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Because 1962 Riley One-Point-Five 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 Riley One-Point-Five. 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 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1962 Riley One-Point-Five 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 | 1962 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Austin | Riley |
| Model | Mini Metro | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
