1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1963 Ford Consul
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Consul weights approximately 128 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Because 1963 Ford Consul 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 1963 Ford Consul. 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, 1963 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Consul 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 | 1963 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Mini Metro | Consul |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 65.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
