1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 15 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Renault 15 (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 15 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 | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Mini Metro | 15 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
