1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 676 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.
Because 1978 Buick Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century 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 | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | Mini Metro | Century |
Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |