1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Mini Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Publica weights approximately 1 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Mini Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Mini Metro | Publica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
