1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 506 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 1967 Toyota Crown 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 1967 Toyota Crown. 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown 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 | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Mini Metro | Crown |
Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |