1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Mini Metro weights approximately 52 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cherry 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 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Mini Metro | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
