1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 176 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord 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 | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Mini Metro | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
