1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1975 Simca 1501
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 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1501 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1501 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 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | Mini Metro | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
